Bill Ballan JVH Perforated / Signature Series 3 1/8" 6' Leonard Model 38-4 bamboo rod

Leonard Model 38-4 bamboo rod

This reel appears to be the model 2 salmon

The rod comes in original FE Thomas heavy canvas rod bag with a tip tube and bag for the tip

Garrison-style cork grip

The short cigar grip measures 4 3/4" with moderate soiling

Bill Ballan JVH Perforated / Signature Series 3 1/8" 6' Leonard Model 38-4 bamboo rodFor sale here is a Bill Ballan Signature Series 3 1 8" fly reel with original pouch. As new condition. A highly perforated reel in the style of Julius Vom Hofe. Left or right hand retrieve. 3 4" spool width. Equal spring tension with a fairly light drag both directions which will protect light tippets. A very attractive reel and one of the finest Ballan reels I've ever come across.